Good Food
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date: 2025-10-24T15:30:20.000Z
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items: Here's what the experts from Good Food put in their healthy work lunchboxes
items: The best vegan protein bars, tried and tested
items: The best kombucha to buy 2025
items: Top 20 ways to serve figs
items: Top 20 summer comfort food ideas
items: What to do with leftover lamb
items: What is an intermittent fasting diet?
items: Mother's Day dinner ideas
items: Top 10 spring one-pots
items: 12 recipes to make you feel like spring is here

Here's what the experts from Good Food put in their healthy work lunchboxes
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creator: Kerry Torrens – Nutritionist
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Healthy food guides
subject: How to
subject: Diet
subject: easy packed lunch ideas
subject: goodhealth
subject: health packed lunch
subject: Healthy
subject: Lunch
subject: Meal
subject: meal prep
subject: Packed lunch recipes
subject: Pasta
subject: Rice
subject: Salad
subject: Sandwich
subject: Sarah Lienard
subject: Soup
subject: Wrap
description: Try our delicious healthy packed lunch ideas. Choose from homemade protein pots, hearty soups, salad boxes or filling wraps and sandwiches.
encoded: The Good Health team are not just health-conscious, they’re foodies too, so they’re constantly on the lookout for new and delicious lunches to take to work. We’re pretty sure we’ve cracked it with these inspiring ideas, they’re full of nourishing ingredients so you can look forward to a midday meal that not only tastes great, but is good for you too. Read on for all the inspiration you need for the perfect packed lunch. For top storage solutions, see our reviews of the best meal prep containers and lunchboxes. Discover our full range of healthy lunch recipes or try a selection of our healthy dinner recipes, including our lighter lasagne and chicken katsu curry. Healthy lunch recipes Burrito bowl with chipotle black beans Check out this bowl of goodness! When we create a lunch bowl we first choose a base – grains work well, here we’ve used rice but quinoa or bulgur wheat are great options too. Then we think protein – you could opt for leftover chicken or, like us, beans. Finally add plenty of greens, such as spinach, kale or broccoli and fresh herbs, if you have them. Pack a light dressing for drizzling and, when you're ready to eat, pour over and enjoy. Bowl recipes like this can easily be packed up in a lunchbox and transported to work. Nutritional summary (per serving): 573 kcal, 21g fat, 4g sat fat, 72g carbs, 16g protein Give it a go with these ‘good-for-you’ bowl recipes: Quick chicken hummus bowl Salmon & purple sprouting broccoli grain bowl Roasted cauli-broc bowl with tahini hummus Easy salmon sushi rice bowl Spinach falafel & hummus bowl Sweet potato & cauliflower lentil bowl See all our healthy bowl recipes Healthy caesar pitta Guaranteed to hit the spot, this healthy caesar pitta is made using a lean source of protein, a wholemeal pitta for its extra fibre, and a lighter anchovy, garlic and yogurt dressing. Add plenty of crunchy lettuce, cucumber and tomato, and you have a lunch that’s full of flavour yet lower in fat than you might expect of a caesar sal…

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The best vegan protein bars, tried and tested
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date: 2025-10-21T14:38:58.000Z
creator: Sarah Lienard
subject: Health
subject: Review
subject: best protein bars uk
subject: best vegan protein
subject: goodhealth
subject: high protein
subject: Protein
subject: sports nutrition
subject: Vegan
subject: vegan protein
subject: vegan protein bar
description: We put the top vegan protein bars and vegan protein brownies to the test to find the best high-protein, plant-based ones to buy.
encoded: Packed with muscle-supporting protein, convenient and filling, protein bars are a quick and easy on-the-go option for athletes, gym goers and anyone who wants to increase their protein intake. Vegan protein bars offer a plant-based way to boost your daily protein, making them suitable for vegans, vegetarians and those looking to reduce animal products in their diet. These bars are not only practical for topping up your protein after a workout, but also serve as a satisfying snack between meals or an energy boost before exercise. Many vegan protein bars are formulated with a blend of plant-based proteins such as pea, soya, rice or nuts and often include added fibre and vitamins for extra nutritional value. To help you find the best options, we have thoroughly tested a wide range of vegan protein bars currently available in the UK. Our review covers everything from taste and texture to nutritional content, protein sources, sugar levels and value for money. Whether you are an athlete seeking a high-protein hit, someone looking for a filling snack to keep hunger at bay or simply keen to support your fitness and wellbeing with plant-based choices, there is a vegan protein bar to suit your needs. We also asked our nutritionist for expert advice on the best times to eat protein bars and how to incorporate them safely into a balanced diet. Read on to discover which vegan protein bars stood out in our tests, and find the right bar for your lifestyle and goals. You might also enjoy our review of the best vegan protein powders. For over 600 buyers' guides, visit our product reviews section, where you’ll find more health-related reviews, including the best vegan cookbooks, kombucha, collagen powders and meal prep containers. JUMP TO REVIEWS Why you can trust Good Food reviews At Good Food, we test every product ourselves so you can be confident our verdicts are fair and practical. For this guide, we blind tasted a wide range of vegan protein bars available in the UK, scoring th…

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The best kombucha to buy 2025
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date: 2025-09-16T09:05:13.000Z
creator: Good Food team
subject: Drinks
subject: Health
subject: Review
subject: fermented drink
subject: goodhealth
subject: Kombucha
subject: Mocktail
subject: Natalie hardwick
subject: non-alcoholic cocktail
subject: Non-alcoholic drink
subject: Sarah Lienard
description: Kombucha is a fizzy, fermented tea that has soared in popularity in the UK in recent years. We taste-tested the best kombuchas to bring our favourite picks of 2025
encoded: Kombucha – a lightly fizzy, fermented cold tea drink – has soared in popularity in recent years in the UK, with many more pre-bottled options recently popping up on the market. The boom has likely been fuelled by several factors. Firstly, interest in fermented foods in general is on the increase, in part due to their gut-friendly credentials, and kombucha is no exception – it's said to have some interesting health benefits. Secondly, with headlines focusing on the dangers of sugar-laden fizzy drinks, kombucha presents a lower-sugar, altogether more natural alternative. Thirdly, recent reports have suggested that millennials in particular are turning away from alcoholic tipples and looking for low or no-alcohol options, with the result that more bars, pubs and restaurants than ever are now choosing to stock kombucha as part of their soft drink offering. We taste-tested over 30 varieties of kombucha to bring you our top buys, from plain options to interesting flavours (ginger, pink grapefruit and more) and options that can even replace sparkling wines. For more drinks inspiration, visit our product review section and discover over 400 round-ups, guides and mocktail recipes on our alcohol-free drinks hub. Best kombucha to buy at a glance Best CBD kombucha: Hip Pop CBD kombucha, £24.99 (12 x 330ml) Best sweet kombucha: Momo raspberry hibiscus kombucha, £45 (12 x 330ml) Best spiced kombucha: No.1 Living Ginger kombucha, £5.25 (4 x 250ml) Best easy-drinking kombucha: Remedy kombucha, from £18.49 (12 x 250ml)< Best ethical kombucha: HOLOS Citra Hops kombucha, £37.99 (12 x 330ml) Best passion fruit kombucha: Jarr kombucha passion fruit, £3.22 (330ml) Best pink grapefruit kombucha: Equinox Organic Kombucha Pink Grapefruit & Guava, £2.20 (275ml) Best plain kombucha: Left Field Sencha Green kombucha, £34.80 (12 x 330ml) Best sparkling wine alternative: Real Kombucha Dry Dragon, £10 (750ml) Best sour kombucha: Real Kombucha Royal Flush, £9.50 (750ml) Best ginger kombucha: Bligh…

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Top 20 ways to serve figs
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creator: Sarah Lienard
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Sarah Lienard
description: Showcase figs in all their seasonal glory with our favourite recipes, from sweet cakes, puddings and pies to savoury cheese pairings, salads and pizzas
encoded: Smooth-skinned and lusciously sweet, figs have a unique taste and texture, with slightly chewy flesh peppered with tiny, crunchy seeds. Wondering how to serve figs? Their high sugar content pairs perfectly with similarly intense flavours, adding a burst of sweetness to savoury dishes and a distinctive texture and aroma to sweet treats. How to choose the best figs Select plump, soft and purple specimens with no bruising or splits. Unripe figs will be hard and green in colour, while overripe fruits may feel mushy and smell sour. The fresh fruit is in season from August to early October, while dried varieties are available all year round. Check out our fruity fig recipes below, then get more inspiration from our collection of best ever fig recipes. Learn about the health benefits of figs and find out more about choosing, preparing and storing figs in our glossary entry. Want to try growing your own fig tree? Discover the best way to grow figs, at GardenersWorld.com. How to eat figs Raw figs Serve drizzled with honey, a scattering of toasted nuts and a spoonful of clotted cream. Add to salads, pairing them with cheeses such as goat’s cheese, feta, mozzarella or halloumi, parma ham and peppery leaves like rocket. Combine with cheese and cured meats such as prosciutto or serrano ham for a starter or canapé. Figs are best eaten when ripe. Cooking options Grilling: Figs can be halved and grilled for 2-3 minutes. This method intensifies their jammy sweetness. Grilled figs are a great accompaniment for meats. Roasting: Figs can be roasted whole for 8-12 minutes, or halved and tossed with honey and cider vinegar, then baked for 25-30 minutes until rich and jammy. Poaching: Whole figs can be poached for 5-8 minutes, often in red wine/port or a flavoured syrup with spices or citrus, until tender. What do figs taste like Figs have a delicate aroma and a sweet, luscious flavour. They are not juicy, but their soft, fibrous flesh is succulent, with a texture that includes hundreds o…

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Top 20 summer comfort food ideas
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creator: Sarah Lienard
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Sarah Lienard
description: Discover our best ever seasonal comfort food recipes for summer, from barbecue burgers and fully loaded nachos to hearty crumbles.
encoded: Whatever the season, there are times when only comfort food will do – but it doesn't have to mean stews and heavy winter desserts. We've rounded up our top 20 summertime dishes that are full of flavour, packed with seasonal ingredients, and seriously comforting, too. Find more seasonal dinner inspiration in our collection of summer comfort food recipes, plus our round-up of summer takeaway recipes, summer slow cooker recipes and summer traybake ideas. Hosting a summer party? Check out our range of summer party food ideas and summer dessert recipes. 1. Fish tacos These colourful fish tacos will be on the table in just 20 minutes. We've packed in lots of flavour with citrus and heat, as well as plenty of veg. It's an easy way to get your family eating more fish, and one portion counts as three of their 5-a-day. 2. Pizza salad flatbreads Looking for a speedy dinner which ticks all the comfort boxes? Have a go at packing classic pizza flavours into a salad, then using as a topping for flatbreads. Easy to make and ready in 25 minutes, they're full of big flavours and textures. 3. Mango, lime & chilli prawn fishcakes Shake up your dinner rotation for summer with these zesty, sweet and spicy fishcakes. Serve with sticky rice or noodles, chopped carrot, cucumber, mango and satay sauce for a good hit of flavour. The fishcakes can be frozen, so they're perfect for busy days. 4. Quick banana ice cream sandwich For a seriously indulgent, super-comforting dessert, it's hard to beat an ice cream sandwich. Bake peanut butter cookies and blitz frozen bananas with cream and vanilla to make this impressive speedy dessert, then get stuck in. Kids will think they've hit the jackpot. 5. Juicy prawn & lemongrass burgers Bite into these light seafood burgers flavoured with fragrant lemongrass and chilli, plus quick pickled cucumber for added tang. Best enjoyed al fresco – a great pescatarian option for when you're hosting a barbecue. 6. Club Tropicana ice cream cake Tuck into a nostalgic …

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What to do with leftover lamb
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creator: Sarah Lienard
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Sustainability
subject: climate-contributions
subject: Easter
subject: food waste
subject: Lamb
subject: leftover lamb
subject: Recipes
subject: Roast lamb
subject: Sarah Lienard
subject: shredded lamb
subject: Sunday lunch leftovers
description: Don’t leave leftover lamb to loiter unused at the back of the fridge. Transform the remnants of a Sunday roast or Easter lunch into a delicious new dish with our collection of lamb recipes for you to try
encoded: View Green Video on the source website We’ve all been there after Sunday lunch, or a celebratory Easter dinner, too full to even contemplate dessert (well, for at least an hour) but faced with an abundance of uneaten meat. There’s no need to waste a scrap of a luxury like lamb – we’ve put together our 10 best recipes, plus some handy tips and tricks, to help you show your leftovers some love. Whip up a speedy stir-fry, warming curry or use roast lamb pieces to make a comforting pie; with so many ideas, you’ll never be stuck for choice. For even more inspiration, check out our collection of leftover lamb recipes. How to store leftover lamb As soon as you’ve finished eating, cool your meat at room temperature (ideally within 90 minutes) then pop it in the fridge You can safely store cooked lamb for up to three days in the fridge, or for up to two months in the freezer Make sure it’s fully defrosted before using and, if it’s been frozen once, don’t re-freeze Reheat until steaming hot throughout Our top 10 leftover lamb recipes: 1. Leftover lamb and potato pie This British staple is a classic for a reason – we reckon that leftover lamb makes the best shepherd’s pies. Just pulse the cooked meat in a food processor until chopped into small pieces, then pour into a large ovenproof dish with some leftover gravy. Mix well, top with mash and bake in the oven. Discover more twists on cottage pie recipes and shepherd’s pie recipes. 2. Crispy lamb & pea tabbouleh Use your lamb leftovers as the base to make this vibrant tabbouleh, brimming with peas, pomegranates and bulgur wheat. It's also great for make-ahead lunches. Discover more salad recipe ideas and tabbouleh recipes. 3. Crispy chickpea stuffed wraps Stuffed with leftover lamb, hummus, peppers and crispy chickpeas, these flavour-packed wraps will turn your lunch into a celebratory occasion. Discover more wrap recipes as well as these healthy wrap ideas. 4. Traybake lamb kebab with spinach sauce Rustle up this faff-free lam…

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What is an intermittent fasting diet?
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date: 2025-03-11T10:13:09.000Z
creator: Sarah Lienard
subject: Health
subject: Special diets
subject: Weight loss
subject: 5:2 diet
subject: best diet for weight loss
subject: does fasting work?
subject: fasting diet
subject: goodhealth
subject: how to fast
subject: intermittent fasting
subject: weight loss diet
description: Is fasting healthy and is it an effective way to lose weight? We discuss the benefits and pitfalls of fasting and the difference between the 5:2 and 16:8 fasting diets
encoded: What is intermittent fasting? Intermittent fasting (IF) refers to an eating plan that switches between abstaining from food and eating on a timed schedule. Its popularity has increased as more reports suggest it may be a way to manage weight and prevent or potentially put certain health conditions into remission. In recent years, the media attention given to fasting diets, such as the 5:2 diet, have made this form of dieting a popular choice. Visit our ‘All you need to know about diets’ page for recipes and more expert advice on weight loss, including low-GI and the Mediterranean diet’ Does fasting help you lose weight? Studies suggest that, like calorie-controlled diets, intermittent fasting may help some people lose weight. This could be down to its simplicity, although how sustainable this weight loss is over the longer term has yet to be proven. How to follow an intermittent fasting plan Intermittent fasting focuses on the periods of time that we are not eating but ‘fasting’. The frequency and duration of these fasting periods depends on the specific plan followed. There are many variations of intermittent fasting diets, each with a slightly different take on the ‘optimum’ way to practice. Some of the most well-known include Dr Michael Mosley's The Fast Diet 5:2 method and David Zinczenko's book The 8-Hour Diet which promotes the 16:8 method. Some popular intermittent fasting eating patterns include: Time-restricted eating – you select an eating window and refrain from eating outside of this. For example, the 16:8 diet involves fasting for 16 hours per day and eating within an eight-hour window. One of the most common ways to do this is by skipping breakfast and eating only from midday-8pm, so you are fasting for 16 hours (between 8pm and midday the next day). Other variations of the diet involve six-hour eating periods or shorter. Fasting days – you choose a regular day of the week or month during which to fast over a full 24-hour period. For example, if you fi…

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Mother's Day dinner ideas
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creator: Sarah Lienard
subject: Family
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Sarah Lienard
description: These tasty dinner recipes are sure to be a hit with mum on Mothering Sunday – choose between roasts, risottos, pasta dishes and much more
encoded: Treat mum to an extra-special homemade dinner she'll love. We have all the recipe inspiration you need – from next level Sunday roasts to easy risottos, pastas and stews. Serve them with a special Mother's Day cocktail and follow-up with one of these tempting Mother's Day desserts. Look here for even more Mother's Day dinner inspiration. 1. One-pan lamb with hasselback potatoes Take your roast game up a notch with this beautiful lamb dish, flavoured with lemon, herbs and garlic. The meat and crisp hasselback potatoes are cooked in one dish, intensifying the flavours (and meaning less washing-up). Pair with a punchy green olive & herb dressing and some spring greens. 2. Veggie spiral pie with spiced tomato sauce & chopped salad This pastry parcel is packed with rice, feta and spinach, wrapped in buttered filo and wound into a beautiful coil shape before baking. The recipe requires quite a bit of space in the kitchen and some patience as you work with the pastry – but the end results are seriously impressive. A pie with real wow factor. 3. Crab & asparagus pappardelle Treat mum to this delicious seasonal dish. Dressed crab pairs perfectly with asparagus and the fresh egg pasta. We've added a luxurious touch of crème fraîche and finished with parsley, chives and hazelnuts. Serve with homemade garlic bread toasts for bonus points. 4. Thai green curry roast chicken Combine the aromatic umami flavour of a Thai green curry with a succulent whole chicken for a fabulously fresh take on Sunday roast. Serve alongside roasted sesame sweet potatoes & asparagus or toasted coconut rice. For a simpler roast, budding young chefs may want to try their hand at our one-tray roast chicken dinner. 5. Green spinach & lemon risotto with crispy prosciutto This vibrant risotto is a delicious dinner for two. With its bright green colour and luxurious creamy texture, it's sure to make an impact. Top with crispy strips of prosciutto and finish with a sprinkle of freshly grated parmesan. 6. He…

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Top 10 spring one-pots
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creator: Sarah Lienard
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Sarah Lienard
description: Discover our favourite spring dishes that can be made using just one pot, from baked asparagus risotto to a herby, creamy, filo-topped pie
encoded: These ingenious one-pot recipes pack in the flavour while saving you time and minimising washing-up. We've selected 10 of the best for spring, packed with tasty ingredients. Making the most of seasonally available ingredients at this time of year, there's spring chicken, a coconut fish curry and baked asparagus risotto. Now try our spring salads for the new season, bright and beautiful spring pasta recipes and our top spring recipes. Then discover budget spring recipes for some low-cost inspiration. Learn more about what’s in season in March, plus April's seasonal produce and May's seasonal produce. 1. Salmon & asparagus one-pot gratin Transform seasonal asparagus into this creamy one-pot with flaky salmon and a crunchy breadcrumb topping. It's a great family meal to enjoy spring's seasonal produce. Try more of our favourite gratin recipes. 2. One-pot braised lamb breast with beans, carrots & mint If there's one meat that signifies the start of spring, it's got to be lamb. Try our feed-a-crowd dish with flageolet beans, fresh mint sauce and root veg for a stunning seasonal centrepiece. Try some of our other sensational spring recipes. 3. Herby spring chicken pot pie This pot pie boasts a creamy filling topped with super-crisp scrunched-up filo pastry. It's a perfect way to use up frozen spinach and peas, as well as leftover cooked chicken from a roast. A winner all round. Look no further for more comforting pot pie recipes. 4. Baked asparagus risotto Why slave over a hot stove when you could bake a risotto to creamy perfection? This vegetarian one-pot uses asparagus soup and vegetable stock to add plenty of flavour to the rice, plus shavings of parmesan (or vegetarian alternative) to finish. Or if you prefer to stick to tradition, try one of our classic risotto recipes. 5. Sausage, kale & gnocchi one-pot Feed the whole family with this easy gnocchi dish, which takes just 20 minutes from start to finish. Use a pack of pork sausages and fresh chicken stock, along with…

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12 recipes to make you feel like spring is here
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date: 2025-02-24T14:11:53.000Z
creator: Sarah Lienard
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Easter
subject: Forage
subject: Foraging
subject: Nettles
subject: Sarah Lienard
subject: Springtime
subject: wild garlic
description: Celebrate spring with our favourite seasonal recipes, featuring ingredients such as wild garlic, rhubarb, asparagus, roast lamb and plenty more.
encoded: There’s nothing like delicious dishes and fresh ingredients to celebrate the turn of the season. Take a look at our seasonality table to find out which foods are at their best this month, then read on for our favourite recipes to get in the spirit for spring. For more like this, discover our top spring recipes, plus healthy spring recipes and budget spring recipes. Read our seasonal guides to discover which ingredients are at their best in March, April and May, plus find lots of ideas for spring ingredients in our recipe guides, from how to use wild garlic to our top rhubarb recipes. 12 recipes to get you in the mood for spring 1. Forager’s ravioli Parcels of fresh pasta are filled with foraged wild nettles in this elegant vegetarian dish, dressed with butter and crunchy hazelnuts. For those who aren’t fans of foraging, you can swap the nettles for baby spinach leaves for an equally tasty meal. Try the recipe: Forager's ravioli For more tips and advice, read our guide to foraging. 2. Easy rhubarb fool This simple yet indulgent dessert is a perfectly light finish to a spring dinner party. Swirl a sweet and tangy rhubarb compote through light-as-air whipped cream, and serve with buttery homemade pistachio shortbreads. Try the recipe: Easy rhubarb fool Make use of this vibrant pink veg in more of our rhubarb recipes. 3. Red wine poached halibut with bacon & mushrooms White-fleshed halibut comes into season in March, and poaching is the perfect way to make the most of its firm, meaty texture. The red wine in this recipe keeps the fish succulent and reduces down into a flavourful sauce, spooned over buttery mushrooms and spinach, and finished with a rasher of crispy bacon. Try the recipe: Red wine poached halibut with bacon & mushrooms From seafood stew to ceviche, delve into more of out halibut recipes. 4. Wild garlic & nettle soup Vibrant, healthy and packed with greens – what more could you want from a spring soup? This is the ultimate dish to show off those foraging …

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